Hotpoint dishwashers are known to be reliable and long-lasting appliances. However, when they do break down, it can be tricky to troubleshoot the problem. The error codes are not always helpful (or even understandable!) and a lot of times the fault doesn’t become apparent until the user is trying to troubleshoot a very specific issue. Maybe you need to cut off the power source because it’s leaking or won’t start up normally. That’s when you notice that the unit has been displaying an error code that was completely unrelated to your problem! This article will go over some of the most common Hotpoint dishwasher error codes, what they mean, and how you can fix them if they come up on your model.

Error code Description Causes Solution
F01 An anti-flooding overflow in a dishwasher is a safety feature that is designed to prevent water from overflowing and causing damage to your kitchen or other parts of your home. It is usually triggered when there is an excessive amount of water in the dishwasher, indicating a potential problem with the drainage system.
  • A clogged drain
  • Malfunctioning component
  • Broken pump
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F02 A water fill solenoid valve is a component in a dishwasher that controls the flow of water into the appliance. A failure of this valve means that the dishwasher is unable to fill with water, which can prevent it from operating properly.
  • Valve damage
  • Electrical issues
  • Water supply issues
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F03 A water drain failure/timeout in a dishwasher refers to a situation where the dishwasher is unable to drain the water out of the tub during a cycle within a certain amount of time.
  • Blockages in the pipe system
  • Malfunctioning component
Check for any under-sink or drain pipe blockages. We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F04 A thermostat fault in a dishwasher is a malfunction of the thermostat component responsible for regulating the temperature of the dishwasher’s water.
  • Electrical problems
  • Clogged filters
  • Water temperature issues
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F06 Water fill timeout refers to the period of time that a washing machine takes to fill up with water before the wash cycle starts.
  • Low water pressure
  • Clogged filters
  • Faulty water inlet valve
Check water supply is present, and the pressure is sufficient, with the tap fully on and the hose not restricted. If the issue persists, you can book a repair service here.
F07 A water turbine is a component in some washing machines that helps to circulate the water during the wash cycle.
  • Clogs
  • Wear and tear
  • Overloading
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F08 A temperature timeout fault in a dishwasher occurs when the dishwasher’s temperature sensor detects that the temperature inside the dishwasher has not reached the desired level within a specified period of time.
  • Faulty heating element
  • Clogged filters
  • Insufficient water supply
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F09 A software error in a dishwasher refers to a malfunction or unexpected behavior in the dishwasher’s operating system or control software.
  • Programming bugs
  • Hardware malfunctions
  • Power surges
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F10 A heating element fault in a dishwasher refers to a malfunction or failure of the heating element that is responsible for heating the water in the dishwasher during the washing and drying cycles.
  • Blown fuse
  • Tripped circuit
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F11 A wash pump failure in a dishwasher occurs when the dishwasher’s wash pump, which is responsible for spraying water onto the dishes to clean them, stops working properly.
  • Clogs in the wash pipe
  • Wear and tear
  • Electrical problems
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F12 A main board and display communication error in a dishwasher is an error message indicating that there is a communication problem between the dishwasher’s main control board and the display panel.
  • Loose/damaged wiring
  • Faulty control board
  • Power surge
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
F15 A virtual sensor error in a dishwasher is an error code that indicates an issue with the sensor.
  • Software bugs
  • Faulty hardware
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.

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